Tooth pain has several distinct causes, from a simple cavity to an infection that needs urgent care — the pattern of the pain is usually the first real clue to which one you're dealing with.
At PlanDental in Mahim West, tooth pain is assessed by Dr. Hrishikesh Naik and Dr. Nisha Naik, both MDS in Prosthodontics and Implantology. This page helps you understand what your pain might mean and when it needs urgent attention. Read more about the clinic before you book.
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Tooth pain at PlanDental in Mahim, Mumbai is assessed by exam and X-ray to identify its actual cause — commonly decay, a cracked tooth, an infection at the root, gum disease, or a sinus issue that only feels like it's coming from a tooth. Sharp pain on biting, a lingering ache after hot or cold, and throbbing pain with swelling are each different clues that point toward different treatments. Pain with facial swelling or fever should be treated as urgent.
Tooth pain isn't one thing — it's a symptom with several genuinely different causes, and the way it behaves is often the first useful clue. A quick, sharp pain when biting down often points to a crack or a loose filling. A lingering ache after hot or cold suggests decay or exposed dentin. A constant, throbbing pain — especially one that keeps you up at night or comes with swelling — suggests the nerve is involved or infection has set in.
Lingering ache after hot, cold, or sweet foods, often worsening over weeks.
Constant, throbbing pain, sometimes worse lying down, occasionally with swelling.
Sharp pain specifically when biting down or releasing a bite.
Dull ache around the gum line, often with bleeding or tenderness.
Sharp, brief pain triggered by cold air, cold drinks, or brushing.
Dull pressure across several upper back teeth, often with nasal congestion.
The nerve inside a tooth responds differently depending on what's irritating it and how deep the problem is. Mild, triggered pain usually means the irritation hasn't reached the nerve itself — cooling down or removing the trigger relieves it quickly. Constant, throbbing pain usually means the nerve is inflamed or infected, which is why it doesn't settle down once you stop eating or drinking. Pain from a crack is often sharpest at the exact moment of biting, because that's when the crack physically flexes.
Swelling in the face, cheek, or jaw alongside tooth pain needs urgent evaluation.
A fever with tooth pain can indicate a spreading infection.
This is a medical emergency — seek immediate care, not just a dental appointment.
Escalating, unrelenting pain over a day or two warrants prompt evaluation rather than waiting it out.
Cost depends entirely on the cause — a filling, a root canal, and urgent infection care are priced very differently. PlanDental doesn't publish a fixed figure here — call or WhatsApp and the clinic will talk you through it after the exam.
This section describes what affects cost, not a quotation. Actual cost is confirmed only after an exam.
Not all tooth pain needs the most involved treatment — some causes resolve with a simple filling. Send your X-ray or exam notes on WhatsApp for a straight opinion.
Over-the-counter pain relief can help manage discomfort until you're seen.
Steer clear of very hot, cold, or hard foods on the affected side.
A warm salt-water rinse can offer mild, temporary relief.
Untreated tooth pain rarely resolves on its own and can worsen while you wait.
This page helps you understand possible causes — it doesn't diagnose your specific pain, which needs an in-person exam.
Pain relief medication manages discomfort temporarily; it doesn't treat the underlying cause.
Facial swelling, fever, or difficulty swallowing or breathing needs urgent care, not a wait-and-see approach.
You'll be asked to describe the pain in detail — where it is, what triggers it, how long it lasts — since these details genuinely help narrow the cause. An exam and, if needed, an X-ray follow to confirm what's happening. From there, you'll get a clear explanation of the cause and the treatment options that address it.
The exact cause is confirmed before recommending treatment.
Urgent tooth pain is accommodated where the day's schedule allows.
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This pattern often points to a cracked tooth or a loose filling — the pain occurs at the moment of pressure because that's when the crack or gap flexes.
Brief pain triggered by cold usually means the enamel has thinned or the root has become exposed. Constant pain that lingers after the cold is gone suggests something deeper, like decay reaching the nerve.
Yes — the roots of the upper back teeth sit close to the sinuses, so sinus congestion can feel like dull pressure across several teeth at once.
No — it can also come from cracks, gum disease, infection, worn enamel, or even sinus congestion. An exam is what confirms the actual cause.
For pain alone, a dentist is the right first step. If there's facial swelling, fever, or difficulty swallowing or breathing, treat it as a medical emergency.
It's unlikely — most causes of tooth pain don't resolve without treatment and can worsen if left untreated.
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Disclaimer: Information provided on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or dental advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a dental or medical emergency, seek immediate care.